- dcexlibris - exlibrisusers.org

TEST
by Picken, Suzanne May 8, 2016

May 8, 2016

This is just a test--no need to reply. -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

1 0

Fwd: Job Posting: NextGen Metadata Professional: Continuing Resources (Washington, D.C.)
by Picken, Suzanne April 25, 2016

April 25, 2016

Dear colleagues: The GW Libraries has an exciting position open. Please share with those who may be interested. Thank you very much! -- *Jackie Shieh || Coordinator, Resource Description || George Washington University Libraries jshieh [at] gwu.edu <http://gwu.edu> || <http://orcid.org/0000-0003-3214-8846>http://orcid.org/0000-0003-3214-8846 <http://orcid.org/0000-0003-3214-8846> * ========================================================================================… [View More]

1 0

Job Posting: Coordinator of Library Systems Administration - Virginia Community College System (VCCS), Richmond, Va.
by Tara Cassidy March 28, 2016

March 28, 2016

*Please excuse cross postings* The Virginia Community College System Office in Richmond, Va. invites applications from energetic, service-minded professionals for our Coordinator of Library Systems Administration position. This position will serve as the Systems Librarian for VCCS library automation systems and provide a variety of online library support services while working in close collaboration with the Director of Library Services, college libraries, VCCS Information Technology Services, … [View More]and Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA) consortium staff. Management of the library systems includes all the components of ExLibris Primo, Aleph, Metalib, and SFX; college-specific EzProxy servers; QuestionPoint Virtual Reference Service; and bepress' Digital Commons @VCCS repository. The VCCS shared library systems support the System Office and 23 colleges with more than 40 locations. Minimum Qualifications: * An MLS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program with at least two years of experience in library system management * Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks in a complex and changing environment, including balancing long-term projects and being responsive to more immediate support needs * Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively * Knowledge of integrated library systems and library-related data standards and formats, including MARC, z39.50, OpenURL, etc. * Functional knowledge of the UNIX operating system and PERL required * Experience managing remote user authentication required, and experience with EzProxy is highly desirable. Preferred: * Administrative experience with ExLibris library systems (Aleph, SFX, and Primo) and large, multi-library system operations * Familiarity with uniform resource management systems such as ExLibris Alma * Experience with the community college library environment * Several years' experience with UNIX system administration and programming in a complex computing environment. The ideal candidate possesses the initiative, flexibility, and creativity to manage projects both independently and as part of a two-person team in a dynamic work environment. The candidate should be able to handle complex, detailed systems work while maintaining a positive, service-oriented attitude. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. This position will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those who apply by April 8, 2016. Please visit the VCCS website for the complete position description and application instructions: https://vccs.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=69668 Tara Cassidy Director of Library Services Virginia's Community Colleges 300 Arboretum Place, Suite 200 Richmond, VA 23236 (804) 819-4976 [VCCSLogo-email] Celebrating Progress and Promise 50.vccs.edu<http://50.vccs.edu/> [View Less]

1 0

NextGen Metadata Professional: Continuing Resources (the George Washington University, DC)
by Picken, Suzanne March 23, 2016

March 23, 2016

Posted on Behalf of Jackie Shieh, GW: NextGen Metadata Professional: Continuing Resources (the George Washington University, DC) Under the direction of the Resource Description Coordinator, the incumbent is a member of the Resource Description Group (RDG) and the greater metadata management group within the George Washington University Libraries. The RDG is responsible for describing and providing access to library collections including serial and monographic content in all formats. The … [View More]

1 0

Fwd: 91st Annual Meeting of Potomac Technical Processing Librarians
by Picken, Suzanne Sept. 17, 2015

Sept. 17, 2015

ANNOUNCING POTOMAC TECHNICAL PROCESSING LIBRARIANS 91st ANNUAL MEETING"EXPLORING LINKED DATA" October 23, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 3:10 p.m. Montpelier Room James Madison Memorial Building Library of Congress 101 Independence Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20540 Early Bird Registration: $130 (ends October 1) Standard Registration: $140 (after October 1) Student Registration: $110 Membership Only: $20 Register at http://potomactechlibrarians.org/event-1977637 *Speakers* Keynote: "Quia Faciendum Est: … [View More]

1 0

Fwd: [Ptpl-l] PTPL SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 2015 - DEADLINE FRIDAY
by Picken, Suzanne June 24, 2015

June 24, 2015

- (Please excuse any cross posting.) Potomac Technical Processing Librarians (PTPL) <http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/> announces the availability of two $1,000 scholarships for future librarians interested in technical services. Students living or working in the PTPL membership region (DC, Maryland, Virginia) and who are currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited Library and/or Information Science program, including distance education programs, are invited to apply. Criteria … [View More]Requirements for the Award: The applicant must 1. be a full or part-time student in an ALA-accredited Library and/or Information Science at the Master's level at the time of the award and have completed at least one three-hour credit course; 2. demonstrate an interest in library technical services through employment, course of study, or research interests. Technical services work centers on the "...acquisition, identification, cataloging, classification, and preservation of all kinds of library materials." (see: ALCTS, http://www.ala.org/alcts/about) and; 3. be employed or living in the PTPL membership region (Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia). To apply, please submit the following materials: 1. PTPL scholarship application 2. Two written references (see below for details) 3. Current resume 4. One-page, double spaced statement of the applicant's interest in library technical services Please submit all materials in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx), plain text (.txt), or PDF (.pdf) format to Tiffany Wilson at twilson(a)umbc.edu. References are accepted from two faculty members OR one faculty member and your current supervisor. References should be able to address your potential or experience in library technical services. Letters may be emailed directly from the faculty member or your supervisor to Tiffany Wilson at twilson(a)umbc.edu. Incomplete application packets and those received after the application deadline will not be considered. DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 26, 2015 at 11:59 PM EDT Recipients will be notified by August 28, 2015, and publicly awarded at the annual PTPL meeting in the fall. The recipients will receive a free one-year membership in PTPL and have registration fees for the annual conference waived. View this announcement and download the scholarship application at http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/scholar _______________________________________________ Ptpl-l mailing list Ptpl-l(a)list.wrlc.org http://list.wrlc.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/ptpl-l -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org> [View Less]

1 0

Seeking volunteers for the annual NASIG Conference in Washington, DC
by Picken, Suzanne May 21, 2015

May 21, 2015

Posted on Behalf of Leigh Ann DePope Announcement: Seeking volunteers for the annual NASIG conference in Washington D.C. Are you an electronic resources, serials, or continuing resource librarian in the D.C. area? Do you manage licensing, usage, or access troubleshooting? Are you interested in e-resource description or open access? If you said yes, then NASIG has an opportunity for you! We are seeking volunteers for our upcoming conference in Washington D.C. Volunteers will donate … [View More]

1 0

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Electronic Resources Licensed Content Librarian
by Picken, Suzanne July 10, 2014

July 10, 2014

Posted for Dawn Hale, Johns Hopkins The Johns Hopkins University Sheridan Libraries invite applications and nominations for the Electronic Resources Licensed Content Librarian position. The successful candidate will be an innovative, collaborative, service oriented librarian having experience with the eresources life cycle including licensing, procurement, eresources management and problem resolution. APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit application, cover letter, resume, and the names, … [View More]addresses and phone numbers of three references online for Requisition #62269 at http://jobs.jhu.edu. The position will remain open until filled. The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. RESPONSIBILITIES: Negotiate and manage licenses, their expiration and renewal. Evaluate license agreements to determine compliance with the University Libraries’ licensing policy and communicate across the University libraries to promote mutual understanding of e-resource licensing terms and principles. Establish and maintain communications with vendors, publishers, and consortia to understand new products, services, enhancements to products; evaluate the impacts on the overall e-resources strategy as well as changing business models on the collections budget. Create and communicate cost analysis of new and renewed purchases. Prepare management reports that support assessment of eresource collections. Collaborate with Associate Director of Scholarly Resources and Special Collections, Technical Services librarians, and financial staff in monitoring $9M+ eresource budget. Manage ordering and renewal of electronic resources. Register and activate new electronic resources. Establish trials and pilots for prospective purchases. Troubleshoot and help resolve user access problems. Participate in maintenance of knowledge bases used for electronic resource management and Open URL link resolution. Collaborate with managers in evaluating, designing, and documenting cost efficient, effective workflows for e-resources processes. Enhance expertise in all aspects of e-resource management through participation in workshops, webinars, professional associations and networks, and through continued awareness of the scholarly research process. QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school . Two or more years of experience supporting electronic resource lifecycle activities in a large academic or research library. Demonstrated ability working with the complex electronic publishing environment to negotiate licenses for electronic content and to manage renewal of electronic resource subscriptions. Knowledge of copyright and Intellectual Property issues, electronic resource management, link resolver software, and integrated library systems. Strong commitment to collaboration, quality service and innovation. Commitment to using new technology to advance work goals and to enhance service. Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills in an environment requiring attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Ability to meet project deadlines. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly evolving team within a complex organization and to manage tasks in response to varying time pressures, shifting priorities, and changing constraints. *Preferred: *Project management experience or training. Knowledge of change management and experience performing workflow analyses. LIBRARY INFORMATION: The Sheridan Libraries encompass the Milton S. Eisenhower Library and its collections at the John Work Garrett Library, the George Peabody Library, the Albert D. Hutzler Reading Room, and the DC Centers. Its primary constituency is the students and faculty in the schools of Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Carey Business School and the School of Education. A key partner in the academic enterprise, the library is a leader in the innovative application of information technology and has implemented notable diversity and organizational development programs. The Sheridan Libraries are strongly committed to diversity. A strategic goal of the Libraries is to 'work toward achieving diversity when recruiting new and promoting existing staff.' The Libraries prize initiative, creativity, professionalism, and teamwork. For more information about the libraries, visit http://www.library.jhu.edu. The Johns Hopkins University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Dawn Hale Head of Technical Services Milton S. Eisenhower Library Johns Hopkins University 3400 N. Charles St. Baltimore, MD 21218-2683 phone: 410-516-7758 fax: 410-516-8684 email: dhale(a)jhu.edu [View Less]

1 0

90th PTPL Annual Conference
by Picken, Suzanne June 17, 2014

June 17, 2014

I am most pleased to inform you that the date for our annual meeting this year will be Friday, October 17, 2014. I hope all of you will mark your calendars and plan to attend. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Payments for the registration for the meeting or donations to the PTPL Scholarship cannot be accepted at the meeting on October 17th. Registration payments for the meeting or any scholarship donations must be made online or by sending a check to the PTPL Treasurer. As always, thank you for your … [View More]

1 0

PTPL RDA Toolkit Workshop June 11, 2014
by Picken, Suzanne May 19, 2014

May 19, 2014

Join us on Wednesday, June 11, for “Using the RDA Toolkit,” a workshop presented by Tim Carlton! Using the RDA Toolkit Presented by Tim Carlton June 11, 2014, 9:00-3:30 Library of Congress John Adams Building Classroom LA149 In this course, participants will learn how to: • navigate and search the RDA Toolkit • personalize the Toolkit • take advantage of user-contributed content • locate help and additional resources Participants will receive temporary RDA … [View More]

1 0